"I understand," Song Jingxi nodded, showing she got the point, and nonchalantly took the hand that Hua Xiaomai had placed on her knee, "Working as a chef for someone else, even if the pay is good and the conditions are favorable, ultimately means acting according to others' wishes. To many people, it does not compare to running one's own small business with ease and pleasure. To conceal nothing from you, before I opened Taoyuan House, I too worked as a chef at a big restaurant. Therefore, I understand your feelings all too well. I also know that just a word or two from me will hardly dispel your worries. What do you think... would this be alright?"
Hua Xiaomai looked up at her, her round eyes flickering, "What?"
Song Jingxi smiled, her voice soft, "Actually, this is the main reason for my visit—have you, Miss Hua, ever heard of the 'Eight Treasures Conference'?"
